Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Jeddah travel guide

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You're Going to Love Jeddah

With a population of 2,87 million, Jeddah is the largest city in Makkah, Saudi Arabia by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Jeddah has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Jeddah

If you’re looking for affordable options, Spears - InterContinental Jeddah (Al Kurnaysh Rd) and Al Ferdaus - InterContinental Jeddah (Al Kurnaysh Rd, Al-Hamra'a) are great picks.

When to visit Jeddah

Jeddah in February
Estimated hotel price
$255
1 night at 3-star hotel
Jeddah in February
Estimated hotel price
$255
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Jeddah in July, when the average temperature is 32 °C, and the highest can go up to 37 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 18 °C, with an average temperature of 23 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in November, when precipitation is around 20 mm. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Jeddah, with an average rainfall of 0 mm.

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How to Get to Jeddah

Plane

When flying to Jeddah, you’ll arrive at Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl (JED), which is located 15 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Jeddah from Australia departs from Perth and takes around 17h 15m.

Car

Another option to get to Jeddah is to pick up a car hire from Mecca, which is about 66 km from Jeddah. You’ll find branches of Budget and Final Rentals, among others, in Mecca.

Plane

When flying to Jeddah, you’ll arrive at Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl (JED), which is located 15 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Jeddah from Australia departs from Perth and takes around 17h 15m.

Car

Another option to get to Jeddah is to pick up a car hire from Mecca, which is about 66 km from Jeddah. You’ll find branches of Budget and Final Rentals, among others, in Mecca.

Airports near Jeddah

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JEDJeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Airlines serving Jeddah

KLM
Good (1,577 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,228 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,463 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,591 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,249 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,650 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,731 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,662 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,230 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,652 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,535 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,431 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,489 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,604 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,379 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (3,033 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (318 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,360 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (1,040 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (446 reviews)
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Where to stay in Jeddah

From 5-star hotels such as the Joudyan Jeddah Red Sea Mall to great affordable options like the ibis Jeddah Malik Road, Jeddah offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $88 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $345 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include DoubleTree by Hilton Jeddah Al Andalus Mall and Taj Al Worood Hotel. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Jeddah, with prices from $47 to $4,158 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Jeddah are about 13% cheaper than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Jeddah

Most booked hotels in Jeddah

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Mövenpick Jeddah City Star
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$156+
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Intercontinental Hotels Jeddah By IHG
5 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$198+
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Hiring a car in Jeddah

Hiring a car in Jeddah costs $84 per day, on average, or $337 if you want to hire it for 4 days.

The most frequently booked car type in Jeddah is Compact (Nissan Sunny or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Chevrolet Spark or similar) is, on average, 64% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Jeddah costs $84 per day, on average, or $337 if you want to hire it for 4 days.

The most frequently booked car type in Jeddah is Compact (Nissan Sunny or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Chevrolet Spark or similar) is, on average, 64% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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